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Obviously we have to take into account the competition (cloud), the fact that potential customers have already dropped $$$ on certificates, the cost of supporting it and of course we need to make a profit to make this all worthwhile (10 monthss of R&D). USD$199 is our current thinking.

Yes our previous cloud solution went to the per transaction model and our cost would have gone up over 1000%. Not going to happen. Yes, #2, the pricing page had no data. Funny, before adding code signing, many years ago, not one customer asked for it or made a comment about it. We have wondered if we removed it, would it have any negative effects.

Well, aren't I the lucky one? I've just been tasked with finding a code signing solution for our build pipeline. So far the realistic candidates are: Use Bob's test-server PC in the closet and do it manually (Bob's not too thrilled). Use the certificate providers cloud solution and pay per transaction (not gonna happen). Some clever tool that seems to be designed just for our needs. So do you have any idea about what the price will be on this thing?

If your customers use an Endpoint Protection and Response product, code signing is critical. The one we use sometimes complains even when the executable is signed with a valid certificate. It is a pain in the rear. But it is essential due to the number and sophistication of cyber threats today. Two-factor or multi-factor authentication is also a pain that I have to put up with daily. I can't do my job without my phone. The Internet is a tremendous resource. But there are days that I miss the simplicity of 8-bit computing.

When you sell to larger companies? Definitely! Most likely they will never make it to be your customers.

Here will be all features for the various RAD Studio Editions (included CE): https://www.embarcadero.com/docs/rad-studio-feature-matrix.pdf

Average consumers of hardware, then. Not all programmers tinker with hardware. And, if they bought a newer Apple device, they wouldn't typically be able to do so, as not all programmers are handy with soldering tools. Those of us that are, would probably be reluctant to void the warranty of their new devices.

Hi All Signotaur Code Signing Server - Release Candidate 1 is available https://www.finalbuilder.com/downloads/signotaur To get a license key, once installed and logged in, go to the Admin\Licenses page and click on the "Request a 14-day trial license" button - the server will contact our website and download an install a trial key automatically. Docs are here https://docs.finalbuilder.com/sn/1.0/ Note - only tested with Safenet and Yubikey tokens, pfx files and certificate stores so far.

What about a class procedure? type tTest = class(tObject) public class procedure MyFormShow(Sender: TObject); end; ... self.OnShow:=tTest.MyFormShow;